Serving 15 students in grades 5-12, Griscom Juvenile Detention Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Griscom Juvenile Detention Center's student population of 15 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Griscom Juvenile Detention Center ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Griscom Juvenile Detention Center is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
93%
15%
White
7%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)<50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Griscom Juvenile Detention Center's ranking?
Griscom Juvenile Detention Center is ranked #505 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Griscom Juvenile Detention Center?
The graduation rate of Griscom Juvenile Detention Center is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Griscom Juvenile Detention Center?
15 students attend Griscom Juvenile Detention Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Griscom Juvenile Detention Center students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Griscom Juvenile Detention Center?
Griscom Juvenile Detention Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Griscom Juvenile Detention Center offer ?
Griscom Juvenile Detention Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Griscom Juvenile Detention Center part of?
Griscom Juvenile Detention Center is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Griscom Juvenile Detention Center located?
Griscom Juvenile Detention Center is located in the Grand Center neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 4 other public schools located in Grand Center.
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